Bring It On star comes out as bisexual: ‘Better late than never’

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7 May 2026 • 4:10 AM MYT
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Bring It On star comes out as bisexual: ‘Better late than never’

  • Hayden Panettiere has publicly come out as bisexual, sharing this personal detail ahead of the release of her forthcoming memoir.
  • The 36-year-old actress explained she delayed revealing her sexuality due to feeling too young, a lack of privacy, and the perception that bisexuality was a “fad” among women.
  • Panettiere stated she was “much more into women even as a child” and has explored relationships with women but feared having to hide them.
  • She expressed sadness about waiting until age 36 to share this part of herself, but affirmed it's “better late than never.”
  • Her memoir, This Is Me: A Reckoning, which details her journey and other life experiences, is scheduled for release on May 12.

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